1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | CLK GTR | Midget |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2032 mm |
